# What Does the Name Henry Mean?

Henry is a boy name of German origin. It means “home ruler”.

**Origin:** German

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** HEN-ree

The name Henry comes from German roots, where it carries the meaning “home ruler”. It is pronounced HEN-ree.

Is Henry a boy or girl name? Henry is traditionally used as a boy name.

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- [**Leonard**brave lion](/baby-name-leonard-meaning/)
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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Henry?

Henry means “home ruler”. It is a name of German origin.

### What origin is the name Henry?

Henry is of German origin.

### Is Henry a boy or girl name?

Henry is traditionally a boy name.